Legacies help us with our goals after we’ve passed because they have the power to inspire action and the give our ideals an chance to live on through others. Given the magical potential of legacies, we wanted to support and foster conversations around legacy building and below you’ll find some of those conversations.

Mrs. Chassica “CEE” Braynen-Thomas

Starting with the dream my immigrant father had when he first came to this country from New Providence Island, Bahamas, I want my legacy to be that I carried forth the torch my father first lit almost half a century ago. His dream was to be a successful entrepreneur and he did just that. My dream is to be an extension of my father’s legacy for my 2 sons to carry forth even further. I want to be remembered as a FIERCE DEFENDER OF MY FAITH AND FAMILY. I want to own a a diverse conglomerate of thriving businesses. I want to my legacy to be that I persevered and succeeded at this thing called life! Read more>>

Olivia Robinson

I want the feeling of my impact to outlast the memory of my impact. I still want to be felt long after I’m forgotten. And if I am remembered in perpetuity, I’d rather it be more for my morals and the outcome of my contributions rather than simply my accomplishments in and of themselves. The key parts I want people to remember are the core of my identity at present: Liv is a changemaker, Liv loves God, and Liv loves people. May my integrity be the beacon that shows other entrepreneurs, creatives, and systemic disruptors how to perform at the peak of their ability while also nurturing their inner sanctuary. Read more>>

Jill Pavlov Vazquez

My only mission in life is to make this world a better place through laughter. I may not have all the answers, and I may not be able to cure cancer or climate change, but if I can replace someone’s pain with a smile for just a moment, I like to think I’ve made a difference – and I’d love to be able to do that on a global scale, to make as many people as possible feel some joy and humor from my words. I want to write books, standup specials, even my own sitcom, all of which will tell a story about mental health while being disguised as comedy. I want people to not feel alone, and if they can find an advocate in my writing and comedy then I have done my job. Read more>>

Arielle Mckinney

I pray that my legacy is love. That anyone who encounters me was inspired to love God, themselves and others more deeply through every creative outlet I’ve been gifted. I have learned that love heals in ways we can’t imagine so I pray to leave a poem, a fashion look or a word of encouragement that embodies just that. When I’m gone I hope people say I lived and loved out loud in such a way that it became contagious. Read more>>

Cara Gonzales

There are so many things I would love to do, to create for people to see but when it comes to the bottom line I would be happy with my legacy only being seen by the people that surround me. I want the people who I spend time with the most to see who I am as a person. Maybe to the people I don’t know I would love if they saw my photography and if it made them feel something that would be even better. My legacy is still being created and I hope it is a positive one. I love encouraging people and maybe just reminding people to do things that fill their soul and care less about other opinions and what society and social media tells you to think. Read more>>

Ken Morris

I wanted to create a brand that people could trust in the industry and be proud to be a part of and show off on hats, keychains etc. The Stripe Life represents top quality lawn care work and the skill and hard work behind those stripes. We have had the pleasure of working with many top equipment brands in the industry and use a lot of cool gear. The end goal would be making Stripe Life a positive and respected brand name in the industry. A household name for lawn and landscape professionals. Read more>>

Krystal M. Chuon

The subject of legacy became more prominent in my 20s. I thought about my family and all the missing gaps in our familial history as a result of the genocide in Cambodia. I didn’t want our future descendants to be left with more questions than answers. This is one of the core reasons why I write. My writings and books will still be here long after I’m gone, including digital traces of my business and other published content. My wish is that my future descendants can seek out my work and learn more about where and who they come from which can help shape their identity and overall understanding of their lineage. It’s not so much about what I hope to be remembered for, but more so how beneficial my work can be for the future of my family and community for years to come. Read more>>

Desiree Kinney

I used to walk down the street like I was a superstar… I want people to walk around delusional about how great they can be — and then to fight so hard for it every day that the lie becomes the truth. – Lady Gaga I want people to find the power within themselves (that is the true definition of empowerment) and to be the helping hand for them to do it. I know my purpose on this earth is to serve and help others and I want to make an impact as much as possible in my lifetime. Read more>>

Zoe Everett

I have many long term and short term goals with Beauty Boulevard. I want to continue to grow my business in other states with bigger studio spaces and with a team. In addition to that, Beauty Blvd. will be expanding to a training academy where students will get the best permanent makeup & body art training in the area. With that being said, I want my legacy to carry on after I’m gone. I want a team to keep the same drive and passion that I have. I love my business and I look forward to going to work every day. I want people to recognize me when I’m gone as a small town girl with very big dreams. I will always strive to be better and to continue a legacy that I started at the ripe age of 19. Read more>>

Kheri Favela

legacy lĕg′ə-sē noun Money or property given to another by will. Something handed down from an ancestor or a predecessor or from the past: synonym: heritage. An individual who is either an applicant to an educational institution or a matriculated student and is the child of an alumna or alumnus. When you speak of Legacy I think you have to consider what definition of legacy you’re building. Read more>>

Wendy Montas

I always have this thought for my children: The legacy is not in the money that we leave our children but in the invaluable teaching we leave them with our example. the impression I want leave on people will depend on how effectively I fulfill my intended purpose and help individuals accomplish their goals, whether it’s by providing accurate information, assisting with creative endeavors, aiding in problem-solving, or serving the most vulnerable ones. Read more>>

Nicole Kinjerski

My legacy isn’t about fame or becoming a household name. What matters to me is the impact I leave behind through the GRIT training philosophies. I envision a world where these principles are common knowledge, where it’s the norm for people to deeply consider if their dogs trust them, and where cardinal concepts like “a polite dog wins” and “do no harm” are part of everyday conversations. When people reflect on my journey after I’m gone, I hope they remember me as someone who ignited a shift in how we perceive and interact with our canine companions. My wish is for individuals to look back and know I wasn’t just about training dogs; I focused on fostering relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Read more>>

Mia Rose Nardi-Huffman

When I was 31 years old, my husband Ryan passed away from a very rare primary brain tumor that he had been fighting for 3 years, and it completely changed the trajectory of my life. Prior to me becoming a young widow, I had built a successful performing career as a classical violinist in a string quartet called ASTRAEUS in the San Francisco Bay Area, and had a large private studio of violin students. Walking alongside my husband when he got sick and ultimately passed away made me re-examine what I was doing with my life and why. ASTRAEUS had suffered, as many arts organizations and ensembles did, during COVID, and I ultimately decided to restart my life on the East Coast, in New York City. Read more>>

Brian Connors

Well, as a working class kid from a working class family from Elizabeth NJ, I’m grateful to say that I’ve earned my living as an actor , writer, director and now recently as a producer. I had no family connections when I entered the business yet I still somehow managed to carve out a humble career in a very competitive business. The legacy I’m hoping to build is to be remembered for patience, persistence and dedication to artistic achievement. I don’t know what people will say about me when I’m gone but I hope if they watch SENIOR ENTOURAGE starring ED ASNER, HELEN REDDY, CHARLIE ROBINSON, MARION ROSS , MARK RYDELL and myself, that they will laugh and perhaps even become moved to tears of joy. Read more>>

Cliff Barackman

One of the main goals of the North American Bigfoot Center is to gather and curate historical collections and information. Sasquatches are real animals, and therefore will certainly be academically recognized at some point. In the meantime, diligent researchers are gathering evidence and data. Many of the older sasquatch researchers have already passed away, and more are dying all the time. While their research collections may not be of much monetary value, they will be immensely valuable to historians who later study the “pre-discovery” days of this field. Read more>>

LaToya Jyadon

I have always had a heart for people. I love helping people, helping them reach their fullest potential, and I genuinely want to see them happy. I have this philosophy as a teacher, and I have it as a photographer as well. When I am gone, I want people to know I gave them all I had and always had their best interests at heart. I want to be remembered as someone who was always real and honest, and everything that I did was out of love, and it came from a good place. I want people to know that I tried my best to help them be the best version of themselves. Read more>>

Kelsey Gallery

My hope is that when I am gone, people will say that I spread love around this world. I spent so long believing that there was one linear way to live, and walked around with a heavy fear of being unlovable or imperfect if I didn’t follow that path. While the people pleaser in me often found ways of giving love to others, there was an imbalance. I had a hard time accepting that I am lovable and perfect just as I am, not for what I do. Yoga gave me a safe space to practice bringing that balance into my life. I know my purpose is to share that with as many beings as I can. I want to be remembered for fully embracing this human experience, and showing all beings I come across that they too are worthy of love. Read more>>

Michelle Hill

I absolutely love this question about leaving a legacy because it has actually become our new slogan! Don’t leave junk, Leave a Legacy I want to be remembered as the risk taker, the underdog that no one thought would become anything! I once was asked what would I want my obituary to say, here it is! She loved to serve others! Whether through the Chamber of Commerce functions or other groups such as Apex that she was involved in! She was also a weekly servant at Elevate Life Church in Frisco! Read more>>

Alysha Price

As a black mother and business woman who started a social enterprise to support single parents and encourage cooperative co-parenting, my ultimate goal is to leave behind a lasting legacy of empowerment, unity, and positive change within the black family and community at large. I want to be known as someone who made a significant impact on the lives of single parents and their children, helping them break generational cycles and reconnect with their belief systems and values. Read more>>

Susana Jaruczyk

hmmm… this is an interesting question. I want to live in a way that shows my kids that working hard for what we want is important, being good at what we do takes time, effort and a whole lot of sweat and tears. It’s important to always do our best, no matter how insignificant we think the task we are given is. But more importantly, I want to live a life that shows that taking time time to serve others and caring for people around us is what matters the most. Read more>>

Stephanie Solomon

a children’s book author whose life’s canvas is adorned with whimsical tales, vibrant illustrations, and a commitment to leaving a legacy of love. From the very beginning, I felt the allure of artistic expression coursing through my veins. As a child, I reveled in the magic of bringing my imaginative visions to life, sketching fantastical worlds where characters danced across the pages. This early love affair with creativity set the stage for my future as a storyteller, one who hand-draws each creation before illustrators breathe life into my visions. Read more>>